Germany's public broadcaster ARD: New virus variant discovered in South Africa, this could be a threat to vaccine effectiveness. - The future broadcasts of "Tagesschau" will be presented in simpler terms.
Starting from next week, the popular German news show "Tagesschau" will have a version with simpler language. This will air every day between 7 and 7:30 pm on Tagesschau24, as stated by the North German Broadcasting (NDR). The first airing will be on Wednesday.
This new format caters to individuals who struggle with reading, learning, or comprehending complex language. People with limited proficiency in German or those who prefer information in concise, simple terms should benefit from this addition. It marks the first nationwide news program of its kind on television. The University of Hildesheim is involved in this project.
Same Content with Easier-to-Understand Language
The broadcast will cover the same crucial topics as the regular "Tagesschau" shows, clarified Marcus Bornheim, the first chief editor of the ARD news division, ARD-aktuell. "The subjects are the same, and it will be produced in the same 'Tagesschau' studio," he detailed. However, the news and segments will be "rewritten," said Bornheim. "The texts demand lesser prior knowledge and are spoken at a slower pace."
Joachim Knuth, the NDR Managing Director, expressed, "With the 'Tagesschau' in simple language, we're expanding our inclusive range of daily TV news." This addition is significant because more individuals can now access information about current events in Germany and around the world.
Simpler language refers to a variation of standard language that is designed to be more accessible and easier to comprehend. It differs from "light language," which might still be challenging for those who need additional assistance with understanding language.
